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Your Fishing Charter

Want to explore the incredible variety of fishing experiences that Sarasota has to offer? You can’t go wrong with Ultimate Fishing Adventures. Captain Taylor Rahn is a local who grew up in the local area and has fished there his entire life. He will share six generations of fishing experience with you on your charter trip.

From hardcore fishermen to kids and ladies – anglers of all types are welcome on Captain Taylor’s 24’ Century center console. It’s big enough to carry 6 guests and comes equipped with top-of-the-line navigational electronics and safety gear. There’s also a Tower T-top to provide protection from the sun, an ice-box, a live bait tank, and snorkeling equipment on board. The boat is powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine able to develop a maximum cruising speed of 60 knots.

Captain Taylor and Captain Kyle will take you fishing and exploring the waters of Bradenton in numerous different ways from inshore areas to the most productive offshore spots. You’ll be targeting a variety of species including Snook, Redfish, Flounder, Spanish Mackerel, and more. Captain Kyle, a 5th generation inshore specialist and an expert on live bait fishing will be there to share his know-how and ensure a productive day. Want an adventure to tell your friends about? Ask them about Shark fishing trips!

If you want to bring your kids along, Ultimate Fishing Adventures will be more than happy to welcome them on board. There is no age limit – the captain will provide anglers of all ages with a fishing experience of a lifetime.

He’ll also take care of catch cleaning and filleting free of charge after the adventure is over. Live bait, lures, drinks, fishing gear, and even fly fishing equipment are included in the price too. So grab a rod and get ready for an ultimate day on the water!

Ultimate Fishing Adventures

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Let the captain take you backcountry and flats fishing in the exciting waters of Sarasota Bay and Anna Maria Island. You'll be exploring mangroves and docks on this amazing 4-hour adventure that could be converted into a nearshore trip. Target Tarpon and Snook to test your skills, while going after Redfish, Sheepshead, and plenty more, will see you head back to shore with a tasty treat.

Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM)

Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) with Ultimate Fishing Adventures

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If you'd like to sleep in, but also spend 4 hours on the water, this afternoon trip is the thing for you! Join the captain on this backcountry and flats fishing trip and explore the local mangroves and docks for a range of tough-fighting fish. If you prefer nearshore fishing, this tour can be transformed into a nearshore trip for Snappers, Groupers, Seabass, and more

Half Day Trip – Inshore (PM)

This thrilling half day trip will give you the opportunity to land the elusive 'Silver King.' All you have to bring is a pair of sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat because the captain will provide you with all you need to catch Tarpon. These tough-fighting beasts are a prize for anglers the world over, so reel one in and head home with some very impressive bragging rights.

Half Day Trip – Tarpon

You'll be exploring the bay of Sarasota and Anna Maria on this exciting 6-hour trip. The captain will take you fishing in flats, docks, and mangroves and show you the hottest spots as you search some strong fish. Battle it out with Tarpon, Snook, Redfish, and many more, and you may even catch something delicious to take home. If you prefer nearshore and offshore fishing, this trip could easily be converted into such.

6 Hour Trip – Inshore

This trip is designed to get you on the private reefs and numbers that Capt. Taylor has found over the years. You will target Snapper, Cobia, Tripletail, Kingfish, and more exciting and delicious fish to take home after a thrilling day on the water. Expect to go around 3-8 miles offshore, in search of these incredible fish.

Half Day Trip – Reef

Half Day Trip – Reef (PM)

6 Hour Trip – Reef

Make the most of your time on the water and spend a full 6 hours chasing the elusive "Silver King." This highly-prized fish is sought by anglers all over the world. Known for their tough fight and their tendency to leap out of the water, get ready for an intense battle to guide them to the boat before heading home with the knowledge that you've ticked off something on your bucket list.

6 Hour Trip – Tarpon

Do you want to experience pure adrenaline? Do you want to put your strength to the test against a beast of a fish? You will safely handline goliath grouper weighing up to 600 pounds. Have you ever wanted to send that one picture to your buddy to trump whatever fish he or she has ever caught? This is the real deal, book now!

4 Hour Trip–Grouper Handline Battle

In case you want to land monster fish but don't want to spend the whole day on the water, this morning trip is the thing you need. Get offshore and explore the famous reefs, wrecks, and deeper waters out in the Gulf of Mexico. Leave all your worries behind and focus on some serious fishing as you go after Amberjack, Tuna, Groupers, Snappers, and even Blacktip Sharks, among plenty more.

Half Day Trip – Offshore

Get ready to chase some Amberjack, Tuna, Permit, Groupers, Snappers, and many others on this exciting 6-hour trip. Join the captain in this offshore adventure and let him show you the hottest deep sea game of the Gulf. All you have to bring is food and beverages because the captain will provide you with all the necessary fishing gear.

Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM)

Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM)

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